3inch screen is located in the center of the cluster

The re3 concept offers more room in less space, more amenities in avalue-priced segment and more fuel-efficiency in a vehicle with an appealingpersonality. It features a wide range of innovations developed by JohnsonControls, including: A plug-in hybrid battery system that allows generous seating for fiveadults in the vehicle; New, class-leading storage capacity in the instrument panel, enabled bythe company's Ecospace technology; An "extended cluster," which includes a traditional gauge cluster,along with a 7-inch color, touch panel display; A seat-wing armrest and controller on the driver's seat, enabling someof the controls to be moved from the center stack to the seat; A conversational seating arrangement, offering new ways to interact inthe interior, as well as Slim Seating and rear, stadium-style folding seats;and Eco-friendly, renewable materials with "natural look" finishesthroughout the interior."Our re3 concept shows how we can redesign and improve the interior of asmall vehicle to meet the needs of consumers while adding tremendous value forour customers," said Jeff Williams, group vice president and general manager,North America for the Automotive Experience business of Johnson Controls."People want smaller vehicles with better fuel economy, eco-friendly materialsand the luxuries and utility that make the driving experience enjoyable, andthe re3 is a great demonstration of our ability to help meet these needsthrough innovation."To "rethink" the small car, Johnson Controls designers used a process thatprovides a systematic approach for optimizing value, and increasing theavailability of features not usually found inside a small model, so it doesn'tfeel like an economy car. The Johnson Controls team looked at the concept froma "clean sheet" perspective, made decisions about what was most appropriate,and then optimized performance. In developing the re3 concept, companydesigners sought to provide seating for five in a plug-in hybrid vehicle;significantly reduce mass and optimize cost; integrate many desirable interioramenities; develop the concept globally; and deliver a vehicle that iscustomizable to various markets around the world.The "renew" element of the re3 concept includes a lithium-ion, plug-inseries battery that powers the vehicle, as well as renewable materials thatare lighter in weight than conventional materials, and offer a "natural look"finish on various interior components. Energy storage was a critical factor,with the battery placed between the front seats in the center of the vehicleto maintain a low center of gravity and maximize the distance to the perimeterof the vehicle.

The battery system is sized to provide enough energy sothat most commutes can be done on electric drive, and is designed with activecooling and electronics to maintain the optimal operating condition. Throughits joint venture Johnson Controls-Saft, the company opened the world's firstproduction facility for lithium-ion hybrid vehicle batteries in Nersac, Francein 2008.From a sustainability perspective, the re3 provides significant massreduction, renewable materials, and smart features that enable efficiency. Inthe cockpit and on the door panels, surfaces are comprised of exposed naturaland environmentally friendly substrate material with a fiber-wood appearance,giving the vehicle a handsome, organic feel. By eliminating the A-surfacematerial, a 30 percent weight reduction was achieved. Also by reducing thenumber of plastic parts in the interior, the use of petroleum-based materialswas decreased.To "respond" to consumer demand, the Johnson Controls re3 concept offerscompelling HMI; redefined seating architecture; industry-leading levels ofstorage; and unique packaging of a lithium-ion battery all in a small carenvironment. The Johnson Controls Ecospace instrument panel technology helpsto make the cockpit area more spacious, with an open architecture structurethat safely allows for unprecedented storage volume across the front of theinstrument panel.

This innovative structure is based on a hybrid(plastic/metal) construction, which generates weight and cost benefits andopportunities to integrate more functions. The infotainment and HVAC (heating,ventilation and air conditioning) functions have been reintegrated into anextended instrument cluster and a seat-wing on the driver's seat. Integratedinto the extended cluster are two reconfigurable displays that allow theplacement and delivery of information based on the driver's needs. One of thedisplays with a 4.3-inch screen is located in the center of the cluster.The other one is an outboard-mounted, high resolution, 7-inch display.Reorganizing the information shown is accomplished by a simple "touch andflick" operation, allowing the driver to manage information such as messaging,navigation, mobile commerce, vehicle diagnostics, energy consumption andvehicle / trip range.The driver-side functional seat-wing is ergonomic, providing controls thatare used most often for HVAC and music management within easy reach of thedriver and passenger.The enhanced HMI includes innovations such as the Johnson Controls MobileDevice Gateway with E-Bin, and Mobile Commerce with Card Reader.